It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Carol Ann Defries of Francesville, Indiana, born in Harvey, Illinois, who passed away on August 12, 2021, at the age of 55, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Eugene Davis and Evelyn Davis. She is survived by: her husband Dr. Kevin DeFries; her children, Matthew DeFries of Jacksonville, NC, Angela Madson (Sam) of Kentland, IN and Mark DeFries of Westville, IN; her grandchildren, Logan and Nolan Madson; and her sister Ellen Terpin (John) of Cumming, GA.. She is also survived by friends, and co-workers.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, Tunnel to Tower Foundation, or Riley's Hospital for Children.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Jackson Funeral Chapels

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August 14, 2021

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“Kevin and family may you find peace in knowing how many lives Carol touched. With her beautiful, gentle spirit. She loved you all so dearly. Carol, my dearest friend, there are no words to describe our loss. There’s not enough screen to describe the wonderful friend that you were. I will forever cherish our last 25 years of memories. I feel so blessed that God gave me you.”

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Aug 17

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Grace Fellowship Church
1424 8th St SE, De Motte, IN 46310-9058

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Aug 18

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1424 8th St SE, De Motte, IN 46310-9058

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